Hammond, WI

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,071 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,159 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$232,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$593 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$694 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Croix County
1
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
3
Wisconsin
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Croix County
3
Minneapolis-St. Paul-Bloomington Metro Area
5
Wisconsin
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 10 16
Feb 1 8 21
Mar 2 9 33
Apr 3 2 48
May 4 0 59
Jun 5 0 69
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 5 0 71
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 3 0 49
Nov 2 6 34
Dec 1 9 20

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 60%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 8%

Schools

Saint Croix Central Middle
<1 miles, NE 2.8 star
Saint Croix Central High
1 miles, N 4.1 star
Greenfield Elementary
3 miles, SE 3.7 star

Colleges

University of Wisconsin-River Falls
12 miles, W 2.3 star
University of Wisconsin-Stout
26 miles, SE 2.8 star

Hospitals

Western Wisconsin Health
4 miles, SE 5 star
River Falls Area Hospital
11 miles, W 4.1 star
Westfields Hospital and Clinic
12 miles, N 5 star
Hudson Hospital
14 miles, W 5 star

Airports

Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
47 miles, SE 1 star
Rochester International Airport
73 miles, SW 1 star
St. Cloud Regional Airport
88 miles, NW 1 star